To cure Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases. The Rocky Mountain Chapter currently helps fund 10 research projects in Colorado. Learn more about CCFA's mission to find a cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis through research.

Salt Lake City GroupThe CCFA Salt Lake City Support Group meets every third Thursday of the month at IMC, Building 7, Classroom 3 & 4, starting at 7:30 p.m. Their next meeting will take place on Thursday, October 17th. For more information, please contact Kaela Tyrrell at ktyrrell@ccfa.org.

NEW - Fort Collins Support Group

A new support group will soon be forming in the Fort Collins area in January 2014. Thanks to Centers For Gastroenterology for hosting this group.

The Rocky Mountain Chapter is seeking volunteers for the following positions: Communications Coordinator, Support Services Leader, and Team Challenge Intern. Committees are also being formed for a variety of fun events, so contact us today to get involved and give back! Training, college experience, and office space provided. Individual and Group experiences are available and we will work with your schedule. Call or email us if you're interested! 303-639-9163.

2013 Memorials & Tributes

In Memory of Ilse BlaugrundSeymour & Shirley Beck

In Memory of Arielle FeyAileen Cornbleet

In Memory of Bob SeiptRobert & Kari Allen

If you are interested in making a donation in the memory of a loved one, please contact Amy Webb at awebb@ccfa.org.

CCFA Young Professional Group

Interested in meeting young people living with Crohn's or colitis?
We will be meeting each month to grow the group and we want you to join
us. Learn more from your peers and see how you can get involved. Just
show up, meet some great folks, and invite others to join you.

Walk Manager Position Opening

RESUMES NOW BEING ACCEPTED

The Rocky Mountain Chapter is searching for a hard working and energetic Walk Manager to plan and execute our Denver and Colorado Springs Take Steps Walks. For more details, view the link below or contact Jeremy at 303-639-9163 x2.

The cost of care in IBD is significant and many families struggle with expenses. This FREE webcast will provide patients and loved ones with tips for managing healthcare costs. Several programs that can help cover the cost of treatment for both uninsured and underinsured patients will be described. Speakers will also discuss disability coverage in IBD.

Charity Miles is an iPhone/Android app that empowers you to earn corporate sponsorships for CCFA while walking, running, or biking.

Simply download the FREE app, choose your charity, and press Start! As you walk, run, or bike, the app tracks your distance and you earn money for CCFA. Bikers earn 10 cents per mile while walkers and runners earn 25 cents per mile. Learn More Here

Join the movement and invite your friends today, because changing the world is a team sport! - Download the App today

END OF YEAR GIFT

Dear CCFA Supporters,

Your support makes it possible for CCFA to continue working
towards finding cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis as well as
improving the quality of life for the 1.4 million Americans living with these
devastating diseases. In considering a year-end gift, will you join us again
with a generous contribution to the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America?

Please consider an end-of-year gift in support of our vital
mission. Feel free to contact me directly with any questions or to learn more
about how you can get involved. View a personal letter to our donors here.

To see the letter, which highlights some amazing local and national accomplishments, click here. Your end of year gift can be sent to: CCFA, Attn: Jeremy Stern, 1805 S. Bellaire Street, Suite 285, Denver CO 80222

Join football fans, corporate executives, students, and supporters of CCFA in this inaugural, once-in-a-lifetime football event! Teams of 7 to 15 players will compete in a co-ed flag football tournament in exchange for fundraising or donating to CCFA.

You'll not only play on the same field as Peyton Manning and the rest of the amazing 2014 Broncos, but you'll also receive a tour of Mile High, enjoy great food, receive locker room accress, take photos on the field, and win prizes!

Saturday, January 25, 2014 - Sports Authority Field at Mile High

To make your own football memories or for more information, CLICK HERE

Each team is asked to raise a minimum of $2,500 to participate. For questions on how your business or group can participate, contact Jeremy at 303-639-9163 x2 or JStern@ccfa.org

COLORADO POWDER CLASSIC WINTER EVENT

Join us from March 14-16 for an unforgettable weekend filled with skiing, snowboarding, snowmobiling, casino games, lodging and more! Come rip some fresh powder, snowmobile across the mountains, shop the specialty stores or just relax in beautiful Vail, CO. The 2014 Colorado Powder Classic has moved to Vail and we hope you will join us to experience a weekend you will not forget. All proceeds benefit CCFA. For more information, visit www.coloradopowderclassic.com.

This annual event is moving to Vail Cascade for all of the festivites...do not miss out on this amazing and fun time in the snow.

We are seeking additional committee members to get involved for the 2104 Walk Season. Are you interested in helping to plan a Take Steps Walk? Or would you like to sponsor a Walk? If so, come join us for the largest fundraising program...Take Steps. Make a difference in your community and get involved!

To join the Salt Lake City Planning Committee or sponsor the Walk, contact Kaela Tyrrell at ktyrrell@ccfa.org.

To join the Colorado River Valley Planning Committee or sponsor the Walk, contact Jenny Roope at jroope@ccfa.org

To join the Denver Take Steps Planning Committee or sponsor the Walk, contact Jeremy Stern at jstern@ccfa.org

SPONSOR SPOTLIGHT

We are pleased to
announce Alpine Bank as the Presenting Sponsor of the 2014 Colorado River
Valley Take Steps Walk presented By Alpine Bank.

Join us on Saturday,
June 7, 2014 at Two Rivers Park in Glenwood Springs.

Don't miss out on this
great opportunity to support our friends and family who are affected by IBD
every day!!!

Team Challenge

Team Challenge, the Crohn's & Colitis Foundation of America’s (CCFA) endurance training and fundraising program, is the perfect way to improve your fitness while making a difference. Through Team Challenge, you can run or walk a half marathon (13.1 miles), train for a cycling event, or experience a sprint triathlon while simultaneously helping to find a cure for Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis—two chronic and often debilitating digestive diseases that impact over 1.4 million Americans.

As a team, Denver will be focusing and training for the Kona and Napa events. However, teammates have the option of participating in any half marathon or triathlon and are urged to choose their challenge!

For more information on the Denver team, contact Heidi Dudley at hdudley@ccfa.org

NEXT STOP - MIAMI

Team Challenge's first event of 2014 is the Miami Half Marathon - will you be joining us?

Enjoy the fabulous Miami hot spots along this fast, inspiring course! Soak in the tropical views - and tropical sounds - as you run or walk 13.1 miles to the finish!